Security and Safety Intern at Green Concern for Development

Green Concern for Development (GREENCODE) was founded by Comrade Edem Edem in collaboration with other youths from the area as a youth based NGO, called Abgremo for Development in 1997. Over the years the organisation has grown and engaged with other development partners.

  • Location Borno

Job Summary

  • The Security Intern will support the security team in maintaining effective communication with field staff, conducting security assessments, managing incident reports, and collaborating with stakeholders.
  • This role provides an opportunity to gain hands on experience in security operations within a humanitarian context.

Key Responsibilities

  • Communicate regularly with Field Managers and Field Officers regarding security updates.
  • Back check with Field Officers to confirm receipt of security advisories.
  • Document special reports generated by staff members and inform the Security Manager as necessary.
  • Confirm security incidents reported by staff.
  • Directly contact stakeholders within our security networks and community gatekeepers for updates.
  • Share special reports indicating heightened risks for visiting staff with the Security Manager via phone.
  • Draft security reports detailing actions taken in response to incidents.
  • Shadow Field Officers to assess adherence to security protocols and identify training gaps

Learning Objectives:

  • The intern will gain practical experience in:
  • Conducting risk assessments and reporting on security incidents.
  • Engaging effectively with field staff and stakeholders regarding security issues.
  • Assessment frameworks.
  • Understanding the dynamics of security operations within the humanitarian setting.

Education and Work Experience Requirements

  • BSc or its equivalent in Social Sciences discipline
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational abilities.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team member.
  • Candidate must be resident in Maiduguri.
  • Good organizational skills, effective time management, ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize tasks.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Basic understanding of security protocols and incident management processes.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.

Language Requirements:

  • Proficiency in the English Language (conversation, reading, and writing) is required
  • Knowledge of Hausa Language (conversation and reading) is required.
  • A basic knowledge of Kanuri language is a plus.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a CV, Cover Letter, and relevant certifications to: [email protected] and copy: [email protected] using “Internal Control/Auditor and Compliance Consultant – GREENCODE” as the subject of the email.

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